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Distributor Belt Drive Versus Coil-On-Plug In LS Racing Applications
When we built the engine for Project BlownZ, we realized that we had a choice – stick with the factory-style coil-on-plug ignition, or “go backwards” and make use of a distributor. We discuss both inside.
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EngineLabs’ Ultimate Holiday Buyer’s Guide
Everyone loves a good deal – even us engine guys and gals! We put together some of the coolest products, and hottest deals all together in one easy-to-use Holiday Buyer’s Guide. Make your list, and check it twice!
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SEMA 2013: Wrap-up Video Showcases Cars, Stars, Girls and More!
Just in case you missed the SEMA Show, here’s a great video recapping some of the cars, girls and excitement from the show. Take a look, and also follow the links in the story for even more EngineLabs coverage.
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Mercury Racing Courting Crate-engine Market with 1,650 Horsepower
Mercury Racing recently unveiled its QC4v crate motor, which is based on a twin-turbo, 1,650-horsepower boat engine. The company demonstrated the engine’s street potential by stuffing it into a 2-seater kit car!
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Interview: Larry McReynolds Talks Engine Failures, Smaller Motors
As a longtime NASCAR crew chief and TV race analyst, Larry McReynolds has seen it all. In a wide-ranging interview, EngineLabs asked him about engine builders, rules, failures and cheating.
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Tech Deep Dive: Getting to Know MSD’s Power Grid Features
The MSD Power Grid is a versatile timing control that serves a variety of racing applications. Check out this in-depth review of the Power Grid and how it can help solve problems and maintain optimum performance.
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SEMA 2013: Kooks Teams With Motiva For Armageddon Twin Turbo System
Kooks shows us how to get a minimum of 600 hp out of a Coyote with the Armageddon Turbo System, which was a joint venture between Kooks, Motiva, Tial, Garrett, Fludyne, and Goodridge
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SEMA 2013: 75 Hot Engines From the SEMA Show Floor
If you couldn’t make the SEMA this year, you can still check out our gallery of the most head-turning engines on the show floor. We found racing, street, show, street rod and even motorcycle engines. Take a look!
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Video: 434ci Small-block Just Getting Started at 2,100 Horsepower!
Here's a 434ci twin-turbo small-block that has yet to reach its full potential but is already pumping out more than 2,100 horsepower on just 16 pounds of boost. Read more about this dyno shaker! Read More
Vic Edelbrock Sr. Scholarship Award Presented to WyoTech Student
Edelbrock and Wyotech are proud to announce that Scott Brown is the winner of the Vic Edelbrock Sr. Scholarship Award. This $5,000 award is awarded to Automotive school students who show excellence and hard work. Read More
Distributor Belt Drive Versus Coil-On-Plug In LS Racing Applications
When we built the engine for Project BlownZ, we realized that we had a choice – stick with the factory-style coil-on-plug ignition, or “go backwards” and make use of a distributor. We discuss both inside. Read More
EngineLabs’ Ultimate Holiday Buyer’s Guide
Everyone loves a good deal - even us engine guys and gals! We put together some of the coolest products, and hottest deals all together in one easy-to-use Holiday Buyer's Guide. Make your list, and check it twice! Read More
SEMA 2013: Wrap-up Video Showcases Cars, Stars, Girls and More!
Just in case you missed the SEMA Show, here's a great video recapping some of the cars, girls and excitement from the show. Take a look, and also follow the links in the story for even more EngineLabs coverage. Read More
SEMA 2013: Fragola Offers Nifty Way to Clean Hose Lines
Unwanted debris can get lodged in hoses and fittings after assembling an automotive plumbing system. Fragola now offers a garden-hose kit that connects to AN fitting for a thorough flush or pressure test. Read More
SEMA 2013: Edelbrock Adds New Manifolds, Heads for Hemi, LS & BBC
Edelbrock showcased numerous new products at SEMA, including an updated big-block tunnel ram intake, a CNC-machined head for Chrysler Hemi engines and huge LS3 intakes for big-horsepower applications. Read More
Holley’s 4150 Ultra HP Now Engineered For E85
Holley re-engineers popular 4150 Ultra HP for E85 gas, featuring new: E85 metering blocks, high flow power valve, 130” stainless needle & seats, 50cc secondary accelerator pumps and secondary jet extensio Read More
SEMA 2013: JE Expanding Piston Line For LT1 and Coyote
JE Pistons already has a line of direct replacement pistons for the new LT1 engine. Builders can choose from different compression ratios to accommodate boost or N/A upgrades. Also new are Ford Coyote pistons. Read More
Trick Flow Twisted Wedge 11R 190 Cylinder Head for Small Block Ford
Trick Flow debuts Twisted Wedge 11R 190 Cylinder Head, providing small block Ford enthusiasts and racers with a greater airflow and performance. Read More
Video: Watch a Big-throat SV1 Carb Feed a 632ci Rat
Fig Performance Racing Engines built an aluminum 632 big-block for True Street and took an overhead dyno video of the SV1 carb in action. Check out the details and watch a 1,000 horsepwer at work. Read More
SEMA 2013: Trick Flows Shows Off New LS7 and Big-block Heads
Trick Flow Specialties introduced its GenX 260 LS7-style cylinder head in addition to a new fully CNC-machined and ported big-block Chevy head. Other news includes a header and carb line, plus a new 351W intake. Read More
SEMA 2013: Challenges Bring New Innovation At Banks Power
New Innovations come by way of combat overseas. Banks Power introduces new density monitoring system for engines. Read More
SEMA 2013: More Engine Hard Parts Released From The Banks Power Camp
The magic of Vegas was showing in the Banks Power booth with the release of their 427 Duramax and other engine hard parts. One of our favorite booths from the show, find out why here! Read More
SEMA 2013: VP Unveils New Products for Racers, Diesel & Off-roaders
VP Racing Fuels has three new race fuels, including Unleaded Extreme -- which is the highest octane unleaded fuel available. The company also is introducing a new line of additives. Check 'em all out! Read More
SEMA 2013: Meziere Adds New Pumps for Racers, Coyote Owners
Drag racers are always looking to cut weight, and Meziere Enterprises has shaved a pound or so from two of its premier pumps. The company also has a new Coyote offering. Check them out! Read More
Driven Racing Oil To Offer Free Seminar At 2013 PRI Show
Prior to the opening of this year’s PRI Show in indianapolis, our friends at Driven Racing Oil will be presenting a one-hour training seminar as part of the 2013 MPMC Education Day. Read More
SEMA 2013: Banks Power Brings Out The Big Guns
Gale Banks and Banks Power came out big this year, launching a variety of new products ranging from diesel powertrains to water methanol kits to marine engines at the 2013 SEMA Show. Read More
Cold Hard Art Takes Automotive Artwork to Non-Traditional Levels
The automotive world is full of talented folks, but it's not just those building performance engines, crazy cars or innovative safety equipment that deserve the credit. Check out what we mean inside! Read More
Mercury Racing Courting Crate-engine Market with 1,650 Horsepower
Mercury Racing recently unveiled its QC4v crate motor, which is based on a twin-turbo, 1,650-horsepower boat engine. The company demonstrated the engine's street potential by stuffing it into a 2-seater kit car! Read More
SEMA 2013: Scat Has New Offerings for Jeep, LS and Model T Engines
Scat Enterprises showed off a number of new crankshafts and rotating assemblies that will appeal to Jeep and LS engine builders, as well as expanded applications for owners of antique vehicles. Read More
Honda Unveils Three New Turbocharged Engines
Honda will emphasize smaller turbocharged engines in the future. The automaker showed off the new VTEC Turbo family that includes a 2.0-liter 4-cylinder making nearly 280 horsepower. Read More
SEMA 2013: Chris Alston’s Chassisworks’ Component Drive System
The Pro-Touring scene is getting more and more complex with each new custom build, and Chris Alston's Chassisworks brought out some of those complex designs to SEMA. Check out the front accessory drive. Read More
SEMA 2013: Howards Cams Offers New Roller Lifters With Bushings
Howards Cams has released a new UltraMax solid roller lifter made with bushings in place of needle bearings. The company also offers a hydraulic flat-tappet lifter machined to supply more oil to the cam lobe. Read More
SEMA 2013: Total Seal Offers New Line of Break-in Oils
Total Seal's new break-in oils are designed to match up with the engine's regular oil viscosity. In other words, a heavy oil shouldn't be used to break in an engine that will run a light oil. Learn more! Read More
SEMA 2013: FAST XFI Sportsman Appeals to Street Performance & Racers
The new XFI Sportsman EFI controller from FAST fills the gap between the plug-n-play EZ-EFI systems and the high-end XFI controller. Check out all the details on this versatile ECU. Read More
SEMA 2013: New EcoBoost and Supercharger Products From Vortech
Vortech introduces a line of intercoolers for Ford EcoBoost, as well as a new Blow-off valve, and supercharger bellmouths at SEMA. Read More
SEMA 2013: ProCharger’s i-1 Supercharger Is First Of Its Kind
Check out ProCharger's awesome new i-1 supercharger system. With programmable boost and easy to use PC interface, this supercharger is great for modded and stock vehicles alike. Read More
SEMA 2013: Driven’s Carb Defender Helps Protect Carbs From Ethanol
With the addition of ethanol into pump gas, some car owners are seeing more corrosion in their carbureted vehicles. Carb Defender from Driven Racing Oil is designed to protect fuel-system components. Read More
SEMA 2013: Turbonetics Takes A Fresh Approach To New Lineup
Turbonetics takes a fresh approach to designing a new line of turbochargers with the TNX line. More compact, more durable, and installer friendly - learn more here. Read More
SEMA 2013: ARP Expands Lineup To Include New, Vintage Applications
ARP has expanded its line of bolt kits to reflect new applications like the LS Next block as well as vintage engines like a Flathead with Offy heads. ARP also has an extensive inventory of nuts, washers and more. Read More
SEMA 2013: Nitrous Express Unveils New Gear for Gen V, Ford & More
Nitrous Express has already developed product for the new Gen V engines. In addition, the company unveiled a host of new products for numerous applications. Check out the details. Read More
SEMA 2013: Ultimate Headers, Problem Solver And High-Tech Art
Ultimate Headers specializes in providing a high quality solution for clearing tight envelopes in engine bays when swapping engines into vehicles not designed for a particular engine becomes an issue. Check it out. Read More
SEMA 2013: BorgWarner Boosts Performance With EFR and AirWerks
The Borg-Warner Indy 500 trophy graces the show floor at the 2013 SEMA Show as BorgWarner boosts the attention of attendees with their two lines of specialized turbos - EFR and AirWerks. Learn more here! Read More
Heads and Threads Gives Edelbrock Customers A Cool New Jacket
Keep warm this winter with a cool limited edition jacket from Edelbrock, we have details on how to get this free jacket, right here. Read More
Ford Racing Offers New Z460 Short-Block
Ford Racing is offering the foundation of the Z460 long-block as a short-block ready to accept a variety of cylinder head, camshaft, and intake combinations. Read More
SEMA 2013: The Latest Must-Haves From Koul Tools
With 60 years experience in the performance indsutry Dick Raczuk and his company Koul Tools continue to offer common sense, innovative tools to save shops and enthusiasts time, hassle, money, and physical harm. Read More
SEMA 2013: Ingersoll Rand IQV12 Tools Offer Big Power And Ergonomics
Big power in a lightweight, comfortable, and functional package are just some of the hallmarks of Ingersoll Rand's new IQV12 cordless tools. We checkout these high powered, versatile tools at the 2013 SEMA show. Read More
Interview: Larry McReynolds Talks Engine Failures, Smaller Motors
As a longtime NASCAR crew chief and TV race analyst, Larry McReynolds has seen it all. In a wide-ranging interview, EngineLabs asked him about engine builders, rules, failures and cheating. Read More
SEMA 2013: Granatelli Motorsports’s Twin Turbo Kits Bring The Heat
Granatelli Motorsports turbo kits offer adrenaline-pumping amounts of power and are very reliable on stock engine internals. Check these kits out! Read More
